As Richmond International Raceway (Richmond) is making its final preparations for the upcoming Toyota race weekend on April 28, 29 & 30, America’s Premier Short Track announces its new public address (PA) team that will call the action to the fans in the stands for the Toyota Owners 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race and the ToyotaCare 250 NASCAR XFINITY Series race.

Long-time Richmond track announcer Joey Self returns as the lead voice, and will be joined by Motor Racing Network (MRN) personalities Monica Palumbo, Buddy Long, and Kim Coon.

Joining Self in their first season calling the action at Richmond will be Motor Racing Network personalities Kim Coon, Buddy Long, and Monica Palumbo.

Coon (@kimmiecoon) joined MRN as a Social Media Reporter in 2015. She reports from pit road during the network’s Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series qualifying shows, and interacts with fans via social media and on the air during MRN’s race coverage. As Miss Sprint Cup from 2011 to 2014, Coon helped to activate the series sponsor’s strategic plan through social media, broadcast channels and trackside events. Coon’s background includes marketing and public relations experience with Charlotte, N.C.-based agencies in the years preceding her stint with Sprint.

Long (@BuddyLong4) started at his local short track in his home state of Maryland at the age of 15, but now has over 27 years of experience. This includes a three-year stint behind the microphone in the Richmond PA booth from 1998 to 2000. He is currently a turn announcer for MRN and has been with the network since 2001.

Palumbo (@MonicaPalumbo) joined the NASCAR world in 2008 when she began her career as Miss Sprint Cup, a role she held for four seasons. Monica has previously worked as a reporter for the SPEED Channel, which is now Fox Sports 1 (FS1). She is currently a track reporter for MRN.